Paper Machine Operator

Pratt Industries•Shreveport, LA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Paper Machine Operator is a multi-skilled position responsible for all activities associated with the production and operation of the paper machine equipment. This consists of proactively assisting all co-workers with setting up, operating, problem solving, and maintaining production of paper making equipment and processes in a 24/7 operation working 12 hour shifts in a 4 shift rotational concept. Included in their duties are to ensure adherence to directives and procedures, ensure all materials are available, ensure proper set-up of equipment, complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner and assist in the preventative machine maintenance. The Paper Machine Operator will follow all established safe work practices.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate orally with team members and understand instructions provided in written, oral, or graphic form.
Understand complex procedural and process designs.
Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
Ability to read process flow diagrams and gauges.
Operate a calculator for basic mathematical computations.
Possess a working knowledge of basic computer use.
Possess working knowledge of light general maintenance.
Ensure guards are in place.
Follow lock-tag-try procedures.
Observe hazards such as nip points.
Follow plant and department safety rules.
Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks.
Pre-employment aptitude testing.
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc…)
Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude.
Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting.
“Hands On” mechanical capabilities to preform small repairs of paper mill equipment.
No known chemical sensitivity.
Able to function in an environment of extreme temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
Ability to read process flow diagrams and gauges.
Operate a calculator for basic mathematical computations.
Possess a working knowledge of basic computer use.
Possess working knowledge of light general maintenance.
Ensure guards are in place.
Follow lock-tag-try procedures.
Observe hazards such as nip points.
Follow plant and department safety rules.
Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks.
Pre-employment aptitude testing.
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc…)
Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude.
Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting.
“Hands On” mechanical capabilities to preform small repairs of paper mill equipment.
No known chemical sensitivity.
Able to function in an environment of extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

Proactively assisting all co-workers with setting up, operating, problem solving, and maintaining production of paper making equipment and processes.
Ensure adherence to directives and procedures.
Ensure all materials are available.
Ensure proper set-up of equipment.
Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.
Assist in the preventative machine maintenance.
Follow all established safe work practices.
Monitor, control, and adjust machines, equipment and processes.
Participate in ongoing educational certificate training program provided.
Housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris.
Perform physical testing of raw materials or finished product.
Continuously perform fast walking rounds of work area.
Train other employees as well as receive training in multiple disciplines of jobs through-out the plant.
Interpret data from the computer system and input data from various sources as needed.
Perform other tasks as required by Mill Management.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
401K Plan with Company Match
Mill Incentive Program: Earn up to 33.3% of monthly base pay each month (Paid Quarterly)
Child Bearing/Parental Leave
9 Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation
Uniforms/ $275 Safety Shoe & $250 Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance Program
Healthy Lifestyles Program
Gym Reimbursement Program
Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
Supplemental Spouse and Child Life Insurance plans
Income Protection Plans
Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.